CCVS Time Bank Christmas Meeting
This will be a meeting for our Time Bank members - we hold these on the last Saturday of every month, although this month our meeting is earlier due to Christmas. We usually get around 25 members attend and new members are always welcome. For more information contact us by email [email protected] or call -01206 505250
CCVS Time Together Christmas Do
A Christmas get-together for CCVS Time Bank members - Time Together meetings are usually held on the last Saturday of every month, but this time we’re a little earlier to celebrate the festive season. With catering from Bobbys Coffeehouse and small craft stalls, this is a bit of a treat for all those who’ve given their time to help organisations around Colchester. For more information contact us by email [email protected] or call -01206 505250
Knit and Natter
A twice weekly day time event hosted in association with Age UK Colchester. Whatever your age, come along, meet new people and create something wearable, useful or just for fun. Whether you prefer knitting or crochet, we have a selection of projects for everyone, or alternatively you can bring your own or just join us for a cuppa in the Cafe. Opening times & contact details Wednesdays 10.30am – 3pm Saturdays 10am – 1pm Contact Frankie Harrison 01206 368420
Men in Sheds
A twice weekly day time event hosted in association with Age UK Colchester. Organised in conjunction with our own Maker Space and weekly Maker Wednesday events, we provide an opportunity for men to get together and access a workshop facility in the centre of town, where tools and skills can be shared and work in progress projects can be stored. The Men in Sheds movement began in Australia when men realised they could meet regularly and take on practical tasks…
DORKBOT #5: Light Surgeon’s Tim Cowie (Maker Wednesday)
This month we’re hosting a Digital Art themed Dorkbot. Our guest speaker is Tim Cowie from the incredible production company The Light Surgeons. A creative company that has worked with Rolling Stones, Zero7, BBC, Gilles Peterson, Filmfour, Sony, Propellerheads, Glastonbury, Fat Boy Slim, Sneaker Pimps, Talvin Singh, Scratch Perverts, Roots Manuva to name just a few! They strive to create new forms of cross-disciplinary practice through the fusion of film production, animation, motion design and the application of creative code…
Fish Friday Christmas Special
What better way to begin your Christmas celebrations than heading to the Waiting Room after work? Feast on ‘the best fish and chips in town’, listen to great music and enjoy a tipple or two…. Ideal for your Christmas ‘do’ with a difference!!! Free Entry - booking advised for food, call Lisa on 07905 732472 Sample Menu: Local catch of the day, Mersea beer batter, triple cooked chips, mushy peas; or with Vegetarian Option TBC. Eat in £9.50; take away…
Live Lounge: Saturday Brunch w/ The Game Keepers Daughter
Every Saturday Jessica Noy AKA The Gamekeeper’s Daughter serves Brunch from 11am - 5pm complemented by a free Live Lounge Matinée Performance at 1pm. A real treat for diners from a local artist (performer announced in advance with the Menu each Monday). Bobbys Coffeehouse opens at 10am serving Loose Leaf Teas, Coffee, Posh pops and Cakes from 10am with our fully licensed Bar serving drinks from 12noon until late in the evening (check our calendar for full evening event details).…
The Dallys Present
A night of music featuring local acts and artists, hosted by Colchester band the Dallys. More details of the bands playing on the night coming soon…
Cosy Christmas Sunday Lunch with all the in season Trimmings
Join The Gamekeeper’s Daughter for a a Festive Feast to celebrate Christmas. A luxury 3 course lunch, beginning with homemade appetisers and a glass of Mulled Cider. OPTION 1: Butter basted Free Range Turkey, with homemade stuffing, goose fat roasted potatoes and parsnips OPTION 2 (v): A Roasted Parsnip,Chestnut and Cranberry Terrine, with semolina dusted Roast Potatoes THE TRIMMINGS Homemade Cranberry and orange sauce Luxury bread sauce Smashed brussel sprouts DESSERT An indulgent Chocolate Truffle Chestnut Torte , with honeycomb,…
SHORT CIRCUIT: Dorkbot Colchester #5 (Maker Wednesday5)
This month we’re hosting a meetup centred around the power of circuits. From a beginners guide to Raspberry Pi to understanding the power of the more advance Arduino.. we’re going to get down and dirty with what’s being built with the bedroom soldering iron. Our main speaker will be confirmed shortly but we are also calling for anyone else who has something gaming related to share? Have you got a Pi that powers your home? Are you married to an…